At the last Euro Bus Expo in 2014, the talk was all about possible replacements for the discontinued Mercedes-Benz Vario in the 33 seat category. A number of solutions were presented, mostly based on members of the Mercedes-Benz Atego chassis family plus a few other contenders. It was interesting to note which have come through […]
This article concentrates on the large vehicles at the show and their manufacturers and suppliers and for reasons of space may gloss over the details of models that have been extensively covered in pre-show issues. My colleague, Rob Orchard, was also there and has compiled the second part of our report covering the smaller vehicles […]
In an update on its performance over the past 12 months, Rotala reports it has made ‘good progress’ during the year. It says the longer term trading outlook remains in line with market expectations. Growth has been achieved this year predominantly through acquisition, with the company making three acquisitions during the year. Two of these, […]
Former MD of Volvo Bus in the UK, Michael Ball, has passed away following a period of illness. A statement from Volvo said, ‘A much liked and respected figure, not only in the Volvo organisation but throughout the bus industry around the world, he will be sorely missed by everyone who knew him. The company […]
Full houses with plenty standing on the outside were the order of the day in the Master Class Theatre at Euro Bus Expo, particularly on the final day where the Minister with responsibility for buses, Andrew Jones MP, addressed the audience on the Bus Services Bill currently going through Parliament. He reiterated his view that […]
Wrights Group has exchanged contracts for the purchase of a major manufacturing facility in Lisnafillan, near its existing Ballymena facility. The 100 acre site, which is currently owned by JTI (Japan Tobacco International), is set to become available in mid-2017 as JTI restructures its manufacturing operations in Europe. The transaction, details of which will remain […]
National Express Group Plc has continued to make ‘strong progress’ in the period from 1 July 2016 to 30 September 2016, according to its latest financial results. Both revenue and profit are up year-on-year in constant currency, with operating profit up 9% in the third quarter driven by particularly strong performances in its overseas businesses. […]
Go-Ahead Group Plc has reported ‘robust’ trading in its first quarter financial update covering the period 3 July 2016 to 1 October 2016. The Group says it remains in a good financial position, with strong cash generation and a robust balance sheet. Revenue and passenger journeys in its regional bus business have continued at a […]